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Pond Dipping

Come and see what you can net in a guided pond dipping session with the rangers.

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Event Details

Dates: Tuesdays from 28 July to 11 August 2026

Time: 10am to 10:45 am, or 11:15am to 12pm

Age: Suitable for children aged 4 and above

Price: £4 per child (children must be accompanied by an adult. Ratio of 1 adult for up to 3 children)

Dogs: No dogs please except guide dogs and assistance dogs

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What To Expect

Join our knowledgeable ranger for an exciting guided pond dipping session. Armed with nets, you’ll explore the pond and uncover a variety of fascinating creatures.

Previous finds have included:

  • Pond snails
  • Newts
  • Diving beetles
  • Raft spiders

How it works:

  1. Meet on patio at the back of the Visitor Centre.
  2. Learn about pond life during a brief demonstration.
  3. Take turns using nets to catch creatures and study them in trays.
  4. Our rangers will help identify the different species using a simple key.

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